The picturesque village of Sissi is located in Eastern Crete, 27 miles east of Heraklion. Because of its small size, Sissi lacks the hectic atmosphere of the major touristic spots of the Greek islands and welcomes visitors with a calm and friendly ambiance. The fresh fish and seafood of Sissi are renowned in the area; they lure numerous visitors from Heraklion to the taverns built on the port’s pier. Across the port, tourists can enjoy the clear waters of the Mediterranean and a small sandy beach. For those who wish for a peaceful vacation under the Greek sun, there are several hotels in Sissi that offer accommodation year-round.
The Palm Bay Hotel overlooks the fishing village of Sissi and provides bungalow accommodation with a typical Greek feel in rooms painted blue and white. The hotel offers a terrace, a garden, a swimming pool with sun beds, a Greek-style breakfast buffet, a café and a restaurant. The beach of Sissi is located a five-minute walk from the hotel. A selection of specific Greek taverns and bars are available by the nearby harbor.
Offering fine dining, a spa and picturesque views of both the mountains and the Cretan Sea, the Aquis Vasia Beach & Spa is a good choice for those who want a luxury vacation to a quiet destination. Some of the notable facilities of the hotel include seven outdoor pools, five restaurants and five bars. For families with children, there are special facilities available, including a spa, playground and pool for kids. The main restaurant of the Hotel, Dionysos, offers Greek and international specialties, while Pelagos Taverna serves specific Mediterranean cuisine in a location with a panoramic view of the sea. For those who want a touch of Orient at the Mediterranean, the hotel's Golden Dragon restaurant offers a selection of sushi and Asian dishes. The spa treatment rooms include a VIP suite for those who want a private spa experience.
This hotel is located on the outskirts of the village of Sissi, along a mile of sandy beaches, offering views of the sea and of mountains. All the rooms of the hotel have private patios or balconies. The hotel features two full-scale gourmet restaurants that serve both international and Mediterranean cuisine, with terraces overlooking the sea. Crete’s Golf Club is located only 20 minutes away from the hotel. For those passionate about ancient history, the legendary Minoan Knossos Palace is located a 35-minute drive from the hotel.
The newly built Angela Suites Boutique Hotel is located in the center of Sissi, 350 meters from the beach and about 25 miles away from Heraklion airport. All guest rooms offer free use of the hotel's mini gym, sauna, steam bath and pool towels. The hotel features a Greek-style restaurant, an outdoor Jacuzzi, three outdoor swimming pools, a children’s pool, a beauty salon and a spa with alternative therapies. Excursions, local history walks, horse riding tours and diving activities are available for booking at reception.
